Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
914978

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich. & Galeotti) Salazar

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 104: 416 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914313



Common Names

  • Ponthieva mexicana
  • Mexicana Ponthieva
  • Ponthieva Mexicana


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Description

Ponthieva mexicana (also called Mexican Ponthieva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ponthieva mexicana is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in tropical climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ponthieva mexicana are white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ponthieva mexicana is a tropical plant native to Mexico. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings take root.

Where to Find Ponthieva mexicana

Ponthieva mexicana is native to Mexico.

Ponthieva mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ponthieva mexicana?

Ponthieva mexicana

Where is Ponthieva mexicana native to?

Mexico

What type of plant is Ponthieva mexicana?

Orchid

Species in the Ponthieva genus

Ponthieva andicola, Ponthieva appendiculata, Ponthieva bicornuta, Ponthieva brenesii, Ponthieva brittoniae, Ponthieva campestris, Ponthieva collantesii, Ponthieva cornuta, Ponthieva curvilabia, Ponthieva cuyujana, Ponthieva diptera, Ponthieva disema, Ponthieva dunstervillei, Ponthieva elegans, Ponthieva ephippium, Ponthieva formosa, Ponthieva garayana, Ponthieva gracilis, Ponthieva hameri, Ponthieva hassleri, Ponthieva hildae, Ponthieva inaudita, Ponthieva keraia, Ponthieva lilacina, Ponthieva maculata, Ponthieva mandonii, Ponthieva microglossa, Ponthieva nigricans, Ponthieva oligoneura, Ponthieva ovatilabia, Ponthieva parvilabris, Ponthieva parvula, Ponthieva pauciflora, Ponthieva petiolata, Ponthieva phaenoleuca, Ponthieva pilosissima, Ponthieva poitaei, Ponthieva pseudoracemosa, Ponthieva pubescens, Ponthieva pulchella, Ponthieva racemosa, Ponthieva rostrata, Ponthieva schaffneri, Ponthieva similis, Ponthieva sprucei, Ponthieva sylvicola, Ponthieva triloba, Ponthieva trilobata, Ponthieva tuerckheimii, Ponthieva tunguraguae,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-459277: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.